Making Disciples

Join us for a festive and fun-filled Christmas Special episode of our podcast, "Name that message series". In this unique gameshow-style episode, host and Director of Communications, Matthew Boyle, teams up with Catherine McGovern, our Communications & Marketing intern. Watch as Matthew is challenged to identify different message series from our church, based solely on the music from our pre-Mass videos. It’s a lively and playful test of memory and association that promises lots of laughs and nostalgia. Play along from home or on-the-go and see if you can beat Matthew at his own game!

With a dual career spanning finance and officiating NCAA Division I Women's College Basketball, including nine Final Fours, Joe brings a unique perspective on faith in action. At Saint Helen, he spearheads our Message Series and Lector Ministries, contributing significantly beyond our parish through his charitable board service. Join us as Joe shares his faith journey, from his roots in a Catholic family to a transformative moment with Matthew Kelly that reshaped his spiritual life. Discover how his faith intersects with his professional life, his deep commitment to Saint Helen, and the spiritual disciplines that keep him grounded. Joe's story is a testament to the power of integrating faith in every aspect of life and finding God in both the quiet moments and the bustling arenas of life.

In this episode of the Making Disciples podcast, we sit down with Amanda Thiel, a young adult member of our parish community and the ministry lead for Christlife ministry.Amanda shares her personal story of how she went from simply attending Mass on Sundays to becoming actively involved in the church community. She talks about the challenges she faced in discovering her faith, and how being a part of the Saint Helen community helped her to grow and develop in her prayer and faith life.As the ministry lead for Christlife ministry, Amanda has had the opportunity to help others on their own faith journeys. She discusses the ways in which this ministry has impacted her personally, and the joy she experiences from helping others to deepen their relationship with God.

Join us as we sit down with Liz Greenop, our ECHO Apprentice at Saint Helen. In this episode, we delve into Liz's personal faith journey and explore what led her to become an ECHO Apprentice. We'll also be discussing the role of an ECHO Apprentice and how to make prayer a practical part of your daily life. This is an episode you won't want to miss, so tune in and be inspired by Liz's story.

In our inaugural episode of the Making Disciples podcast, we welcome Msgr. Tom Nydegger, the pastor of Saint Helen, for an "Ask Me Anything" session. We've gathered questions from our parish community through social media and Msgr. Tom will be answering them in this casual conversation. This is a great opportunity to get to know Msgr. Tom and learn more about his faith journey and the role of the Church in the community. From the importance of prayer to living a fulfilling life as a Christian, Msgr. Tom will share his personal experiences and perspective on a wide range of topics. Join us for an enlightening and enjoyable conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and more connected to your faith.

Welcome to Making Disciples, the podcast that shares powerful stories of faith and transformation. In each episode, we'll hear from staff and parishioners as they share their personal journeys and testimonies of how they've come to know and love Jesus Christ and the Church. Whether you're a lifelong Christian or just starting to explore your faith, these stories will inspire and encourage you to take the next step in your own faith journey. Join us as we discover the power of sharing our faith and the impact it can have on the world around us. Join us on Making Disciples, a podcast for anyone looking to deepen their faith and make a difference in the world.